Race Previews
Reporting on the major races in the 2024 Illinois primary election.
The news and information you need to know to make your choices in the Illinois primary. Early voting has begun, and election day is March 19.
Candidates in contested Illinois March 19 primary races share their views on a range of issues through the Sun-Times/WBEZ candidate questionnaire.
Complete coverage of the local and national primary and general election, including results, analysis and voter resources to keep Chicago voters informed.
Here’s a guide to casting your ballot — whether you’re looking to register to vote, vote by mail or vote in person.
The aim of the ballot question is to create a dedicated funding stream for homelessness prevention. The money would come from increasing a one-time tax on the sale of high-end properties in Chicago. Voters will be asked if they want to change what’s currently a flat tax rate to a tiered one. The change will include a tax cut for properties valued under $1 million, and tax increases for those over $1 million — with the rate increasing to four times the current rate for the highest tier.
U.S. Rep. Jesus ‘Chuy’ Garcia challenged from the right by Ald. Raymond Lopez.
Rep. Sean Casten faces political newcomer Mahnoor Ahmad and Charles Hughes with the war in Gaza emerging as a focal point.
U.S. Rep. Danny Davis faces a hard reelection fight as he tackles challenges from four fellow Democrats.
Longtime Rep. Bill Foster and challenger Qasim Rashid face off in 11th District primary, differ over Gaza war.
Trump-backed U.S. Rep. Mike Bost touts experience amid challenge from ‘outsider’ Darren Bailey.
State Sen. Natalie Toro and Chicago Teachers Union organizer Graciela Guzman reprise their battle for a pivotal Logan Square seat. The heavyweight political fight also includes Dr. Dave Nayak and Geary Yonker
Incumbent Sonya Harper touts her efforts to expand community gardening and urban agriculture in a district desperately lacking groceries and healthy food options. Challenger Joseph Williams was elected last year to the 7th District Police Council.
The 36th Illinois House district touches Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood but mostly encompasses the southwest suburbs from south suburban Evergreen Park to Palos Hills.
Incumbent Commissioner Tara Stamps has less campaign money than her Democratic challenger, but Stamps does have the blessing of County Board President Toni Preckwinkle.
Incumbent Iris Martinez took on her own party and won four years ago. Now, she faces another tough fight from her own party for reelection.
Cook County tax appeal official Larry Rogers faces challenger Larecia Tucker.